New Delhi, October 6 (Daily Kiran) : Congress leader Digvijaya Singh’s recent comments regarding the absence of the term “Hindu” in religious texts have sparked a strong response from Vinod Bansal, the national spokesperson for the Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP). Bansal stated that if Singh finds the term objectionable or believes it has Arabic or Persian origins, he should stop identifying as Hindu.
In an interview, Bansal criticized the Congress party for not addressing statements made by leaders like Singh. He asserted, “If he claims that the term ‘Hindu’ comes from Arabic-Persian and is not mentioned in our scriptures, or if he harbors hatred towards the term, then he should cease to call himself a Hindu.”
Bansal also pointed out the contradictions in Singh’s stance on Sanatan Dharma, noting that some leaders within Singh’s own coalition have advocated for its abolition. He accused Congress leaders of consistently making anti-Hindutva statements and called for Singh to apologize for his remarks. Bansal urged Singh to clarify whether he considers himself a Hindu.
Additionally, Bansal expressed support for government actions regarding the deportation of 150 alleged illegal Bangladeshi migrants from Jammu and Kashmir. He emphasized that the presence of illegal migrants poses a serious threat to national security, economic resources, and law and order.
He highlighted that these individuals were found living in sensitive areas near military camps, approximately 2,500 kilometers from the Bangladesh border. The Jammu and Kashmir administration has already airlifted 150 migrants to Bagdogra, with plans to send another 150 soon. Bansal insisted that this initiative should not be limited to Jammu and Kashmir but should extend to other states for the identification, verification, detention, and repatriation of such individuals.
Singh’s earlier remarks about Sanatan Dharma and Hindutva have drawn criticism, as he claimed that the BJP and RSS distort these concepts.
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